The 2018-19 academic year is only weeks away, and the staff and faculty at Newman University are in full preparation mode. Each year, the staff in the Newman Student Life… Continue reading Upcoming ‘Jet Days’ welcomes new students to campus
Events
Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
Each year, the Newman University Staff Assembly executive committee hosts a silent auction to benefit a local charity. The committee votes on a different nonprofit organization to support each year, allowing… Continue reading Local nonprofit benefits from Staff Assembly silent auction
Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
The 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) ended on a note of celebration Thursday, June 28, wrapping up another successful year of exploring STEM fields with high school sophomores through seniors.… Continue reading Summer STEM program ends with a celebration banquet
Koch visits Newman during annual STEM camp
As part of the Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP), 16 students conducted experiments with scientists from Koch Industries on Thursday, June 21. The experiments ranged from chromatography to using lycopodium… Continue reading Koch visits Newman during annual STEM camp
Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
The Dugan-Gorges Conference Center was buzzing on the evening of June 21 during the inaugural ICT Spelling Bee — organized by and benefiting Dear Neighbor Ministries. Brenda Wasinger, director of development at Dear… Continue reading Inaugural ‘ICT Spelling Bee’ raises funds for Dear Neighbor Ministries
13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
A total of 13 seminarians from Wichita and surrounding states are taking an intensive Spanish program at Newman University this summer. The program is an intensive Spanish immersion comprising two… Continue reading 13 seminarians take intensive summer Spanish program at Newman
Summer camp season is here
While Newman students generally vacate campus during the summer, students ranging from kindergarten to college enjoy summer camps of all varieties on campus. Camps for sports, music and academics are… Continue reading Summer camp season is here
A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
School may officially be out for the summer, but Newman University is continuing to provide an educational and enriching experience to young students from around the United States. Beginning June… Continue reading A sneak peak at the 2018 Investigative Summer STEM Program
#GrowWithGoogle
Newman University is proud to partner with Google to offer free skill-building activities for anyone looking to improve their business, digital skills, or career. “Google will host a full-day event at… Continue reading #GrowWithGoogle
Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Cheryl Golden, Ph.D., Newman University professor of history and director of international studies, has been selected as one of 20 faculty members in the U.S. who will travel to Greece… Continue reading Dr. Cheryl Golden to study in Greece
Students reflect on their time at Newman
Hundreds of graduates, their families and friends, and the Newman University staff and faculty gathered at 6 p.m. May 11 in the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Wichita, Kansas… Continue reading Students reflect on their time at Newman
Commencement weekend 2018
Commencement weekend was full of ceremonies, awards and celebrations for the 2018 Newman University graduates.
Newman University honors spring 2018 nursing degree candidates
The spring 2018 Nursing Pinning Ceremony was held Friday, May 11, at Newman University. A total of 26 candidates were recognized for achieving their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). The… Continue reading Newman University honors spring 2018 nursing degree candidates
Annual Staff Assembly silent auction raises $2,000 for local charity
The annual Staff Assembly silent auction had another successful event this year, as the Newman community attended in support of St. Francis Community Services’ Independent Living Program at the Mount. The purpose… Continue reading Annual Staff Assembly silent auction raises $2,000 for local charity
STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman University celebrated another successful semester of the STEM Scholars Program with 23 high school students and their families on Wednesday afternoon. Through the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)… Continue reading STEM Scholars Program celebrates another successful semester
Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Each semester at Newman University, students at all academic levels practice professional presentation skills using months of gathered research and findings. Scholars Day at Newman has been happening at the… Continue reading Newman students present research during Scholars Day
Rotary Club of Wichita to host fireside social event at Bishop Gerber Science Center
The Rotary Club of Wichita will host its evening fireside social event and new member reception at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 21, in the Bishop Gerber Science Center. Rotarians and… Continue reading Rotary Club of Wichita to host fireside social event at Bishop Gerber Science Center
Newman prepares for baccalaureate and commencement
The academic year is drawing to a close as graduating students begin studying for finals and preparing themselves to transform society. Senior Jets will be celebrating their baccalaureate Mass at 6… Continue reading Newman prepares for baccalaureate and commencement
Advisors guide the newest Jets to success
Registration Day is a day full of anticipation and excitement as students take the final step in becoming a Newman Jet.
Wichita community awards the Bishop Gerber Science Center
Since the Bishop Gerber Science Center opened last August, it has been the subject of several local media reports. Many Newman students rate the 51,400 square-foot building as one of… Continue reading Wichita community awards the Bishop Gerber Science Center
Come fly kites with Kaleidoscope and friends
Grab a couple pals and come on down — Kaleidoscope and friends are hosting an anti-stress kite flying event on campus from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 5, on… Continue reading Come fly kites with Kaleidoscope and friends
Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Newman University once again welcomed alumni from all over the country back to campus for a weekend full of activities during Newman Alumni Weekend held April 20-21. The weekend included… Continue reading Alumni return to campus during Newman Alumni Weekend
Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
On a windy Friday afternoon, Heimerman Plaza, the Bishop Emeritus Eugene J. Gerber sculpture and Gerber Family Commons were dedicated on the Newman University campus. On April 20, Vice President for… Continue reading Dedication ceremony celebrates final phase of Facing Forward campaign
Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
The Newman University English department presented its annual Literature Festival, “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” April 12 and 13. Also known as, “Lit Fest,” the celebration is a… Continue reading Harry Potter themed ‘Lit Fest’ a success
Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
For the second year in a row, Ascension Healthcare, Via Christi Health, Wichita State University and the city of Wichita partnered to host Medical Mission at Home — an event… Continue reading Community health care event draws Newman volunteers
Academic Awards Banquet celebrates students, faculty and staff
Newman University hosted its second annual Academic Awards Banquet April 18 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity
Every year, the staff assembly executive committee at Newman University hosts a silent auction to raise money for a local charity. This year’s event will take place from 11 a.m.… Continue reading Annual silent auction to raise money for local charity
Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
The annual Scholarship Luncheon was held April 16 in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center. The luncheon is a unique opportunity for students to meet the specific donors providing them with their… Continue reading Students meet their donors at annual Scholarship Luncheon
Meet the artist who created the Bishop Gerber sculpture
Sitting just outside the doors of the brand new state-of-the-art Bishop Gerber Science Center is a nearly 400-pound bronze sculpture. Lori Norwood, an artist based in Lawrence, Kansas, spent 16… Continue reading Meet the artist who created the Bishop Gerber sculpture
Notre Dame’s Lou Holtz speaks at Newman
Lou Holtz is a name that can be recognized for multiple reasons. Many of those reasons are likely sports related. Now retired from a long career as a head football… Continue reading Notre Dame’s Lou Holtz speaks at Newman
19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Newman University is presenting its 19th Annual Literary Festival (Litfest), this year with a Harry Potter theme. “Magic Happens: A Celebration of Harry Potter,” takes place April 12 and 13, with… Continue reading 19th annual Literary Festival is a celebration of Harry Potter
Spring musical “Pure Imagination” will rediscover the child within
The Newman University music department will present its spring musical, “Pure Imagination,” at 7:30 p.m. April 26, 27 and 28 in the Performance Hall of De Mattias Hall. Every year… Continue reading Spring musical “Pure Imagination” will rediscover the child within
Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Artist Bob Benson will present his vibrant photographic works in the upcoming exhibit “Colorful Abstracts” in the Newman University Steckline Gallery. The exhibit begins with a Final Friday reception from… Continue reading Bob Benson to present ‘Colorful Abstracts’ exhibit in Steckline Gallery
Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
To help welcome and prepare new students for the fall semester at Newman University, four registration days are planned over the next few months. Registrations days take place April 27,… Continue reading Newman staff preps for upcoming registration days
The dedication of three new campus structures
Newman University will dedicate three new additions to campus on Friday, April 20. The ceremony to dedicate the Heimerman Plaza, Gerber Family Commons and Bishop Gerber Sculpture will begin at 4:30… Continue reading The dedication of three new campus structures
Five student-directed spring plays include world premiere by Newman alumna
The Newman University theater department has five student-directed plays lined up for this spring. Each play was chosen by the student directing. The plays will be presented at 6:30 p.m.… Continue reading Five student-directed spring plays include world premiere by Newman alumna
A spring break spent on pilgrimage to Rome
Graduate students in the theology program recently returned from a pilgrimage to Rome.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Sexual Assault Awareness Month will be observed across campus during the first full week of April. Teal ribbons will be hung around campus on April 3 to help spread awareness… Continue reading Sexual Assault Awareness Month on campus
Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
The Newman University alumni relations office is gearing up for the annual Newman Alumni Weekend April 20-21. The weekend kicks off with a celebration dedication of the new Heimerman Plaza,… Continue reading Newman Alumni Weekend is April 20-21
Don Meyer uses abstraction in upcoming Steckline Gallery show, “Microclimate”
The upcoming show, “Microclimate,” by Don Meyer will be on display in the Steckline Gallery from March 30 to April 20. The exhibit will open with a Final Friday showing beginning… Continue reading Don Meyer uses abstraction in upcoming Steckline Gallery show, “Microclimate”